HSBC to part-fund £65m Tatton services

Westmorland Farmshop & Co, the business behind Tebay Services and Gloucester Services, has secured an eight-figure funding package from the bank to support the development between Junction 7 and 8 of the M56 in Cheshire.

Enabling works are underway for the £65m Tatton Services, which is due to open in spring 2028 and will take inspiration from the popular Tebay and Gloucester services.

Westmorland and Tatton’s project will provide a 68,000 sq ft main amenity building with a farm shop and food hall, as well as a 100-bedroom hotel, and a filling station the developers are calling a fuel barn.

The scheme, designed by Glenn Howells Architects, is expected to attract 4m customers a year and generate an annual turnover of £36m.

Neil Austin, chief financial officer at Westmorland, said: “Securing this funding package marks a major milestone for the Tatton Services development and demonstrates confidence in our long-term vision for sustainable growth.

“This investment from HSBC UK allows us to deliver a landmark scheme that will serve motorway users, whilst creating meaningful opportunities for local people and suppliers across Cheshire.”

Stuart McLaren, relationship manager at HSBC UK, added: “Westmorland has an outstanding track record in creating distinctive service destinations, underpinned by a clear commitment to quality and regional impact. The business’s strong social values align closely with our ambition to help communities thrive.

“This investment is expected to create substantial employment opportunities in the region and deliver lasting economic benefits, while maintaining the high standards and customer experience Westmorland is known for.”

The scheme was approved following an inquiry in March 2025.

Cheshire East Council approved plans for the motorway service station in October 2023 but the application was called in by then-secretary of state Michael Gove due to its Green Belt status and pressure form a local campaign group.

Planning inspector David Rose concluded that “the site meets the definition of grey belt” and approved the development.